Tag: #PlateauState
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APC UNVEILS PLATEAU SENATE, HOUSE OF REPS CANDIDATES AFTER PRIMARIES
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the winners of its Senate and House of Representatives primaries in Plateau State. The party’s Primary Election Committee said the exercise was conducted peacefully and transparently across the state’s constituencies and senatorial districts. Among those announced were Sen. Simon Lalong for Plateau South, David Barji for Plateau Central,…
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APC PRIMARY: SENATOR DIKET PLANG LOSES PLATEAU CENTRAL TICKET TO DAVID BARJI
Sen. Diket Plang has lost the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary for Plateau Central Senatorial District. The primary election, held across Kanke, Pankshin, Kanam, Bokkos and Mangu LGAs, produced Mr David Barji as the party’s candidate. According to the returning officer, Barji scored 57,727 votes, while Plang, the incumbent senator, polled 1,423 votes. The…
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PLATEAU GOVT RELAXES JOS NORTH CURFEW TO 6AM–6PM
Improved security in Jos North brings longer movement hours, but residents are urged to stay vigilant and cooperate with authorities. The Plateau State Government has further relaxed the curfew in Jos North LGA 8. Joyce Ramnap, Commissioner for Information and Communications, said the decision follows improved security after a gunmen attack on Angwan Rukuba community,…
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48-HOUR LOCKDOWN IN JOS NORTH AFTER DEADLY ATTACK
Plateau government moves fast with emergency curfew after gunmen strike Angwan Rukuba community. The Plateau State Government has imposed a 48-hour curfew on Jos North Local Government Area following a deadly Sunday night attack in Angwan Rukuba. State Commissioner for Information, Joyce Ramnap, said the curfew began at midnight on March 29 and will run…
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UNIJOS SHIFTS EXAMS AFTER DEADLY ATTACK SHAKES JOS
Students told to stay alert as curfew hits Jos North following Sunday night violence. The University of Jos has postponed exams scheduled for Monday and Tuesday after the deadly attack on Angwan Rukuba sparked tension across the area. In a statement, Deputy Registrar Emmanuel Madugu said the decision is part of wider safety measures, including…
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COAS COMMENDS TROOPS FOR COURAGE, SACRIFICE IN PLATEAU SECURITY OPERATIONS
Nigeria’s army chief has praised frontline soldiers for their resilience and sacrifice in the ongoing battle against insecurity in Plateau State. The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has lauded troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace for their dedication and courage in ongoing security operations. Shaibu gave the commendation during…
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PLATEAU, BOI LAUNCH N4BN FUND TO BOOST SMALL BUSINESSES
Plateau State and the Bank of Industry (BOI) have teamed up to inject N4 billion into Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), a move aimed at stimulating businesses, creating jobs, and strengthening the state’s economy. The partnership was sealed through a Memorandum of Understanding signed at the Government House in Jos, with both parties contributing…
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PLATEAU GOV MUTFWANG NAMED SILVERBIRD GOVERNOR OF THE YEAR 2025
Gov. Caleb Mutfwang has been honoured as Silverbird Governor of the Year 2025, hailed for his peace-building efforts and policies that are transforming Plateau State into a hub for investment and development. Former Plateau governor and Senator, Sen. Simon Lalong, described the award as a “well-deserved recognition” of Mutfwang’s measurable strides in restoring peace and…
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PLATEAU LEADS IN PRIMARY HEALTHCARE PUSH, PATE COMMENDS REFORMS
Plateau State is earning national praise for stepping up its primary healthcare game. Nigeria’s Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, has applauded the Plateau Government for making strong progress in revitalising primary healthcare across the state. Speaking in Jos at the graduation of Cohort 1.0 and onboarding of Cohort 2.0 of the National…
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JUSUN SOUNDS ALARM OVER POOR WELFARE FOR MAGISTRATES
Union warns neglect puts judges at risk and weakens justice delivery. The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Plateau Chapter, has called for urgent improvement in the welfare of magistrates and judiciary workers in the state. Speaking in Jos, JUSUN Chairman Ayuba Tongs said magistrates have been largely sidelined compared to judges of superior courts…
